Our care home in Canterbury boasts a serene garden and café, accessible to all residents. Here, they can enjoy limitless hot beverages and indulge in freshly baked goods whilst admiring nature and taking in the fresh air.
Our garden and café provide an opportunity for our residents to reconnect with one another or extend invitations to their guests. Alternatively, residents can unwind with a beverage while reading their daily newspaper.
The extensive landscaped garden at our care home offers a wealth of opportunities for residents to enjoy the outdoors and benefit from fresh air. The garden features sensory plants that release soothing scents such as lavender and a variety of seasonal plants that change throughout the year. Residents can engage in gardening with raised flowerbeds designed for ease of use, and relax in plenty of shaded areas with regular seating stops conveniently placed throughout the space. A beautiful water feature adds a calming soundscape, enhancing the peaceful atmosphere. Seasonal activities take place regularly in the garden, providing stimulation and enjoyment all year round. Additionally, residents can enjoy social and recreational activities like playing on the petanque terrain, making the garden a perfect place to unwind and connect with nature.
Our café serves as a perfect location where our residents can warmly welcome their loved ones to share meaningful moments. This part of our home seamlessly merges the outdoor essence with indoor comfort, making it a delightful spot throughout the entire year. Our café offers an excellent setting for relaxation, conversations, and a connection with the outdoors. Our skilled chefs curate an array of home-baked goods and refreshments for all to enjoy.
At Lark View, we strive to deliver exceptional, person-centred care which is why we have created an environment at our care home that prioritises the wellbeing of our residents. With a focus on comfort, happiness, and a strong sense of belonging, we’re dedicated to enabling our residents to continue living life their way, and we are here for them every step of the way.
Enjoying the outdoors in a garden allows individuals to get fresh air, participate in outdoor pursuits, and connect with nature. This offers various mental and physical advantages, including reducing stress and anxiety and enhancing mood, cognitive abilities, cardiovascular health, and muscle strength.
Within our garden, residents can engage in a range of activities, including walking, gardening, exercise sessions, and reading. When the weather is dry, residents can also enjoy outdoor dining with their loved ones, partake in outdoor arts and crafts, and watch live entertainment.
Indeed, our garden is designed to be accessible to residents with mobility challenges. We’ve created paths and seating that are wheelchair-friendly. The garden is enclosed by fencing and gates, and we’ve taken safety precautions such as maintaining clear pathways and providing ample lighting.
Lark View is both a residential care home and nursing home in Thanington, near Canterbury, Kent. We pride ourselves on providing considerate and comprehensive care by a team of experts, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, in a supportive and homely environment.
Lark View Care Home
Cockering Road
Thanington
Canterbury
CT1 3UR
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